Ref. #C9D1C3 · PPU11-12
Mild Mint
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mild Mint Technical Profile
What color is Mild Mint? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #C9D1C3. Colors similar to Mild Mint include Dunn-Edwards Granite, Valspar Mellow Spring, PPG Castaway. Mild Mint has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Mild Mint sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Mild Mint pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Mild Mint
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Granite
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mellow Spring
Valspar
Nearly identical
Castaway
PPG
Nearly identical
Marble Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Marble Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hollingsworth Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Frostwork
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Leaf .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mild Mint
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mild Mint
#C9D1C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD88
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mild Mint
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mild Mint Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Mild Mint.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mild Mint — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mild Mint have?
Mild Mint by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mild Mint from other brands?
The closest matches are Granite by Dunn-Edwards (#C8D1C4), Mellow Spring by Valspar (#CBD3C4), Castaway by PPG (#CDD4C6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mild Mint?
Mild Mint has an LRV of 62.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mild Mint's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.